Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 1
Denver NuggetsNuggets
95
away
Houston RocketsRockets
89
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 29 | 19 | 24 | 23 | 95 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 9 | 33 | 19 | 28 | 89 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Nuggets fended off the Rockets 95-89. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Nuggets couldn't shake the cold spell; the Rockets ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Nuggets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.